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Moog and Komatsu to demonstrate fully electric wheel loader

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The companies will demonstrate the connected and automation-ready, zero-emission, battery-powered machine at bauma 2022 from 24-30 October at Messe München. The integrated software connects and intelligently coordinates actions across the machine while the all-electric actuators and motors provide the muscle.

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EFG Companies launches MAP Electric Vehicle Protection for EV customers; 11 years, 150k miles

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EFG Companies, the innovator behind the award-winning Hyundai Assurance program, has launched the new Motorist Assistance Plan (MAP) Electric Vehicle Protection. —John Pappanastos, President and CEO of EFG Companies. million battery electric vehicles are estimated to be sold in North America in 2025.

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Caterpillar to supply zero-exhaust emission fleet to graphite miner NMG; offtake agreement for anode material

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Depending on the commercialization of Cat zero-exhaust emission machines, Caterpillar will reserve production slots, which should enable the company to benefit from timely deliveries and technology enhancements throughout the duration of the contract. Caterpillar, together with Toromont Industries Ltd.,

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Sumitomo installs first large-scale power system using used EV batteries

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Sumitomo Corporation created the joint venture company, 4R Energy Corporation , in collaboration with Nissan Motor Co., in September 2010, to address the secondary use of EV lithium-ion batteries. Batteries Electric (Battery) Power Generation Smart charging Smart Grid' Earlier post.)

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UPS cargo eBike pilot in Seattle

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It’s exciting to return to our roots—UPS started in Seattle in 1907 as a bicycle messenger company. —Scott Phillippi, UPS senior director of maintenance and engineering, international operations. We’re looking forward to being able to offer these customizable urban delivery solutions to other cities nationwide.

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E-quipment highlight: Husqvarna electric plate compactor

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Husqvarna’s new LF 60i LAT battery-powered compactor delivers serious soil compaction and the convenience of cordless power. What’s more, the LF 60i LAT should offer more uptime than the its ICE-powered siblings. SOURCE | IMAGES : Husqvarna , via Equipment Journal. FTC: We use income earning auto affiliate links.

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After calling Teslas a “toy” years ago, Hyundai’s belief in hydrogen is being tested

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’ They told people battery-powered electric cars wouldn’t be able to travel for more than 150 kilometers, while hydrogen cars are advantageous because of the longer-range driving,” the green energy mobility consultant said. The maintenance cost for parts like the hydrogen tanks of the Nexo also proved substantial.

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